The University of Notre Dame is happy to announce its China Scholarship Council Joint Program for the academic session 2024/2025.
The program is open to Chinese candidates seeking to pursue a doctoral degree at the University of Notre Dame. The program offers funding opportunities for degree-seeking master’s students, degree-seeking doctoral students, and joint training doctoral students. A total of 40 scholarships are available annually.
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Summary
Excellent opportunity for international students to get a fully-funded PhD in the USA.
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( votes)Founded in 1842, the University of Notre Dame is a private research university and one of the 25 “New Ivy” schools in the United States. It is renowned for its academic excellence and research contributions. The China Scholarship Council, a key provider of government-sponsored scholarships, collaborates with the University of Notre Dame to facilitate educational opportunities for Chinese students.
Why should join this program at the University of Notre Dame? Studying at the University of Notre Dame through this collaborative scholarship program offers a unique opportunity for Chinese students to receive a high-quality education, engage in impactful research, and contribute to their academic and professional growth.
Application Deadline: Open
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Notre Dame and China Scholarship Council (CSC)
- Department: NA
- Course Level: Doctorate (PhD) and master’s degree
- Award: Fully funded
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 40
- Nationality: Chinese students
- The award can be taken in the United States
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Chinese students are eligible to apply for this scholarship program.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: All disciplines at the University of Notre Dame.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the given criteria:
- For Doctoral Degree: Age not more than 35 years old, outstanding master’s students, fresh master’s graduates, and fresh undergraduate graduates with strong research capabilities.
- For Master’s Degree: Age not more than 45 years old, outstanding fresh undergraduate graduates or working professionals with a bachelor’s degree.
- For Joint Training of Doctoral Students: Outstanding full-time doctoral students from domestic universities or research institutions.
How to Apply
- How to Apply: Applicants need to complete the online application on the China Scholarship Council platform. The application materials should be prepared and submitted following the requirements specified by the China Scholarship Council.
- Supporting Documents: The students are required to present the following documents to the university:
- CV,
- Transcripts,
- Copy of the Highest Academic Qualification/Degree Certificate
- Personal statement of research interest
- Valid Resident Identity Card of the People’s Republic of China
- Certificate of Foreign Language Proficiency
- Admission Requirements: Applicants must have an undergradaute degree before apply for admission at the university.
- Language Requirement: Applicants must meet the English language requirements specified by the University of Notre Dame, including options such as a bachelor’s degree in English, studying abroad in an English-speaking country, language proficiency tests (TOEFL, IELTS), or participation in advanced English training classes.
Benefits
The scholarship program covers living expenses, health insurance, round-trip travel, and visa fees. Tuition is provided by the University of Notre Dame for doctoral and master’s students. Additional funding through assistantships may be available. Exceptional doctoral students receive support for the fifth year based on performance. Scholarship materials and admission notices are issued by both the China Scholarship Council and the University of Notre Dame by March 2024. Admitted candidates start procedures in May 2024, following guidelines for enrollment at the University of Notre Dame.
